spedassoSadly, as far as audiophile gear goes, the Sony ZX2 you linked is still value for money. Here's the real stupidly priced gear:
http://www.amazon.com/Astell-Kern-AK240-Mastering-Quality/dp/B00IFEC88U/
When you think overpriced gear, think Astell&Kern. There's even a newer more expensive version of this :p
That's why I'm waiting on a good deal for the Sony ZX2
echinekoThat one is crazy pricing. I can build an itx, get a decent audio interface, get nice set of studio monitor and spend the rest on room treatment with that money.
Not to mention, it does make the Sony very very cheap.